Simple Bacon and Mushroom Pasta
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Simple Bacon and Mushroom Pasta, a quick and easy dinner recipe that beautifully combines crispy bacon, earthy button mushrooms, and creamy Parmesan sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish requires just 30 minutes from start to finish and features pantry staples like spaghetti, garlic, and olive oil. The smoky richness of bacon pairs harmoniously with the velvety texture of heavy cream, while fresh parsley adds a burst of freshness. With its silky sauce and perfectly coated pasta, this meal is a crowd-pleaser that’s as satisfying as it is effortless. Serve it hot with extra Parmesan for an irresistible finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 6 pieces bacon slices
- 250 grams button mushrooms
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 200 milliliters heavy cream
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 to taste salt
- 1 to taste black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the sauce. Chop the bacon into small pieces and slice the mushrooms. Mince the garlic cloves.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and bacon pieces, and cook until the bacon becomes crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon and set aside on a plate lined with paper towels.
In the same skillet, add the mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes until they release their juices and begin to brown. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Stir to combine with the mushrooms, and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly in the creamy mixture. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.
Stir in the crispy bacon pieces and chopped fresh parsley. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2068 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.7 g | 175% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.8 g | 314% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 304 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 4402 mg | 191% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.2 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 67.8 g | 136% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 634 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1354 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
